The stock of Walgreens Boots Alliance took a hit, dropping more than 24.5% after the company reported third-quarter earnings that fell short of Wall Street’s expectations. This news resulted in a cut to the company’s full-year adjusted profit outlook, leading to a decision to close underperforming stores to save costs. This downturn also impacted CVS, with shares falling 4% in sympathy.
Levi Strauss, the denim maker, saw its stock plummet by 17.1% as revenue for the second fiscal quarter came in slightly below the consensus forecast of $1.45 billion. Analysts were expecting better results, and this shortfall caused a significant drop in the company’s stock value.
Shares of International Paper fell by nearly 8% following the news that Suzano had decided to no longer pursue a potential acquisition of the company. Suzano stated that it had reached the maximum price for the transaction without receiving a response from the other party, leading to disappointment for investors in International Paper.
The telehealth stock of Hims & Hers Health moved 10.3% lower after allegations surfaced regarding the company’s sale of weight loss drugs. Hunterbrook Media published a report raising concerns, with Hunterbrook Capital, a hedge fund affiliated with the media outlet, taking a short position in the company’s shares.
RH, the furniture company, experienced a 5.6% increase in its stock value after CEO Gary Friedman purchased $10 million worth of shares at an average of $216.10 per share. This move showcased confidence in the company’s performance, as Friedman now owns a significant portion of all outstanding shares.
The stock of Micron Technology dropped nearly 7% after the company offered guidance that was in line with expectations. Analysts were hoping for more optimistic guidance, especially with the growing demand for artificial intelligence technology. This disappointment resulted in a decrease in stock value.
The manufacturer of unmanned aerial vehicles, AeroVironment, saw a significant decline of almost 16% as the company reported EBITDA guidance for fiscal year 2025 that was 5% below analyst expectations. Despite posting a fourth-quarter earnings and revenue beat, this news led to a sharp drop in AeroVironment’s stock value.
Arista Networks, a computer networking stock, experienced a 4.3% increase as Citi raised its price target to $385 from $330. This adjustment implied a 15% upside from the previous day’s close and suggested that the company would benefit from ethernet’s growing share in the AI networking market.
Goldman Sachs’s stock slipped around 2% following the Federal Reserve’s stress test results, which indicated that all 31 banks tested could withstand a severe recession scenario. This news had a negative impact on the stock market as a whole, with Goldman Sachs feeling the repercussions of the stress test outcome.
The midday trading session saw a mix of winners and losers in the stock market. While some companies experienced significant drops in their stock value due to missed expectations and disappointing outcomes, others saw increases based on positive news and investor confidence. It is essential for investors to stay informed and make educated decisions based on the latest market trends and company updates to navigate the volatile nature of the stock market successfully.